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Raphael Soyer Figurative Paintings

American, 1899-1987

Raphael Soyer, a Russian-born artist, was best known for his compassionate, naturalistic depictions of urban subjects. His sensitive, penetrating portrayals include a broad range of city dwellers, dancers, shoppers, office workers and fellow artists. Historically, Soyer is associated with the social realist artists of the 1930s, whose art championed the cause of social justice. Soyer was referred to as an American scene painter. He is identified as a Social Realist because of his interest in men and women viewed in contemporary settings which included the streets, subways, salons and artists' studios of New York City. He also wrote several books on his life and art. His brothers Moses and Issac were also notable artists.

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Artist: Raphael Soyer
Girl with Braided Hair, Raphael Soyer
Girl with Braided Hair, Raphael Soyer

Girl with Braided Hair, Raphael Soyer

By Raphael Soyer

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Raphael Soyer (1899-1987) Title: Girl with Braided Hair Year: Circa 1947 Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 12 x 9 inches; framed size, 19 x 16 inches Condition: Excellent Inscripti...

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Raphael Soyer  "George the Iceman Woolf"
Raphael Soyer  "George the Iceman Woolf"

Raphael Soyer "George the Iceman Woolf"

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Raphael Soyer: 1899-1987. Very important and well listed American artist. One of the early social realist painters. He was born in Russia, but his family was deported by the Tsar in ...

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Find a wide variety of authentic Raphael Soyer figurative paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Raphael Soyer in oil paint, paint, canvas and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the Impressionist style. Not every interior allows for large Raphael Soyer figurative paintings, so small editions measuring 9 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Derek Buckner, Benjamin Stahl, and Thomas Darsney. Raphael Soyer figurative paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $6,000 and tops out at $12,500, while the average work can sell for $7,950.